Week 14 The Maiden Aunt When my mama talked about my Grandma Betty’s (1927 – 2012) oldest sister Ardice Keele (3/23/1907 – 4/26/1984) she called(more…)
Category: Simply Me
Welcome to Simply Me, where I share all about my interests. From trying new recipes in the kitchen to uncovering family history through ancestry research, capturing life’s beauty through photography, and diving into favorite books and movies, this is where I bring my passions to life. Join me as I celebrate the simple joys and hobbies that inspire creativity and connection.
Who am I Wednesday?
I found this picture of my Gigi Nina. I am tryimg to determine who the man she is with. Its not her husbamd Roy. Could(more…)
#52 Ancestors Week 13: The Old Home Stead
Week 13 The Old Home Stead In the 1850 census we find a R. Walker working as a farmer Southern Division Marshall Mississippi. He was(more…)
#52 Ancestors Week 12: Misfortune
Week 12 Misfortune It seems that for all the answers you get when researching your family you get twice as many questions. People and stories(more…)
#52 Ancestors Week 9: Where There is a will
Week 9 Where there is a will…. When I first started doing genealogy research I stuck to what I consider basic information and records. Birth(more…)
Backroads Journey
I have always loved a backroads drive. An ol two lane is prefered even if it means adding time to our journey. Whether the view(more…)
52 Ancestors Week 8: Heirloom
#52 Ancestors Week 8: Heirloom I have always been fascinated by our family photos. I especially love the black and white pictures. I remember sitting(more…)
#52 Ancestors Week 7: Valentines
Week 7 Prompt – Valentines I am a hopeless romantic! I love romantic movies, books and stories. I love listening to couples share how they(more…)
#52 Ancestors Week 6: Favorite Name
Prompt – Favorite Name What is in a name? When I ventured out on a university tour my senior year of high school I found(more…)
#52 Ancestors Week 5: In The Census
In the census….. In the last few years of my Grandma Betty’s life she began to tell me stories. Once while waiting for our meal(more…)